So there's this frame...
06-08-04, 04:05 PM
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So there's this frame...
https://www.chucksbikes.com/store/fr061.htm
I mean, I've got all the components from my dead bike except the frame, and I see this frame. I've already got a really nice rear wheel built with the Eno eccentric hub. I know most of you here are ferrophiles, but a carbon frame and fork for that little? Can I say no? The manufacturer specializes in custom composites and builds stuff for Wound Up Cycles, so I get the feeling that the build quality is decent. Thoughts?
I mean, I've got all the components from my dead bike except the frame, and I see this frame. I've already got a really nice rear wheel built with the Eno eccentric hub. I know most of you here are ferrophiles, but a carbon frame and fork for that little? Can I say no? The manufacturer specializes in custom composites and builds stuff for Wound Up Cycles, so I get the feeling that the build quality is decent. Thoughts?
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06-08-04, 04:06 PM
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Interesting frame - though for the money I'd try to get a Kogswell or a Surly, still love that steel.
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odd seatpin diameter - unless you have one that size already. Carbon - not a fan personally, but it's your bike. I prefer steel overall as far as comfort and durability.
www.irocycles.com
check out the Mark V....mmm, steel
www.irocycles.com
check out the Mark V....mmm, steel
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Hmmmm.....Iro = pretty...
Too bad I can't fit my rear wheel on it.
https://www.chucksbikes.com/store/fr068.htm there's also this, though. It's 54cm, though, and I technically should take a 52cm. Think I could swing a 54?
Too bad I can't fit my rear wheel on it.
https://www.chucksbikes.com/store/fr068.htm there's also this, though. It's 54cm, though, and I technically should take a 52cm. Think I could swing a 54?
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i dont really like the shape of the frame, i guess im just more of a fan of the oldschool basic thin tubing frames, however im sure its a pretty good frame, quality and durabilitywise
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Ordered the Marin. All my decisions end up like this - on the fly and at random. 
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
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Originally Posted by Fugazi Dave
Ordered the Marin. All my decisions end up like this - on the fly and at random.
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
nice looking frame... but I am a little confused.... why didnt you buy a track frame? are you building up a single speed or a fixed gear?
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I got a road frame because I just had that wheel built up with the White Industries eccentric hub and I'd rather just get another road frame to use it with. I got exactly a week's worth of riding in between when my parents brought my bikes up and when my old frame broke in half. If I get a new road frame, I can just build it up with all the leftover parts that I stripped off the old one. If I get a track frame, I'd be looking for a new rear wheel, too, and I'm not really in a position financially or motivationally to be making that many new investments all at once right now.
And besides - another year or so I'll have that custom 650c fixie frame.
And besides - another year or so I'll have that custom 650c fixie frame.
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Originally Posted by [165]
odd seatpin diameter - unless you have one that size already. Carbon - not a fan personally, but it's your bike. I prefer steel overall as far as comfort and durability.
www.irocycles.com
check out the Mark V....mmm, steel
www.irocycles.com
check out the Mark V....mmm, steel
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Originally Posted by Thylacine
Errr, that's www.irocycle.com you winna.
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Originally Posted by [165]
Don D brainwash you or somethin'? Stop correctifying me.
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Fugazi Dave - I forgot to suggest Working Bikes - https://www.workingbikes.org. Used bikes for dirt cheap - some great finds there. I've picked up three bikes and one frame. Got a Peugeot, Motobecane, Fuji and a Bridgestone.
Need to get down there for a cruiser one of these days. At one point they had some sovos built wheels - new too. I was surprised to find some new
(probably NOS) front and rear fixed/ss wheels...
I know, I know, it's too late. But if you ever have 30-60 bucks to spare at a future date...
Need to get down there for a cruiser one of these days. At one point they had some sovos built wheels - new too. I was surprised to find some new
(probably NOS) front and rear fixed/ss wheels...
I know, I know, it's too late. But if you ever have 30-60 bucks to spare at a future date...
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It's never too late, so thanks much. There's always another bike in the pipeline.
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Originally Posted by absntr
Fugazi Dave - I forgot to suggest Working Bikes - https://www.workingbikes.org. Used bikes for dirt cheap - some great finds there. I've picked up three bikes and one frame. Got a Peugeot, Motobecane, Fuji and a Bridgestone.
Need to get down there for a cruiser one of these days. At one point they had some sovos built wheels - new too. I was surprised to find some new
(probably NOS) front and rear fixed/ss wheels...
I know, I know, it's too late. But if you ever have 30-60 bucks to spare at a future date...
Need to get down there for a cruiser one of these days. At one point they had some sovos built wheels - new too. I was surprised to find some new
(probably NOS) front and rear fixed/ss wheels...
I know, I know, it's too late. But if you ever have 30-60 bucks to spare at a future date...
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Isn't advanced composites the off-brand name for Kestrel? I seem to remember reading that Advanced Composites makes the Kestrel frames and forks and sells a few under their brand for less than Kestrel prices. Anybody know about this or have I been sniffing too many markers again>
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Originally Posted by superchivo
Isn't advanced composites the off-brand name for Kestrel? I seem to remember reading that Advanced Composites makes the Kestrel frames and forks and sells a few under their brand for less than Kestrel prices. Anybody know about this or have I been sniffing too many markers again>
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I pretty sure Advanced does make the Wound Up forks, along with a couple other brands.
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Originally Posted by Fugazi Dave
Ordered the Marin. All my decisions end up like this - on the fly and at random.
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
May not be high end, but it's steel and it doesn't look half bad.
